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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Eleanor Crooks

Djokovic sets up Wimbledon semi-final clash with Alcaraz

  • Novak Djokovic defeated Flavio Cobolli 6-7 (6) 6-2 7-5 6-4 in the Wimbledon men’s quarter-finals.
  • Djokovic recovered from losing the first set and overcame a dramatic slip in the final game to secure his victory.
  • This win marks Djokovic's 14th men's semi-final appearance at Wimbledon, surpassing Roger Federer's record.
  • At 38, Djokovic becomes the oldest men's semi-finalist at SW19 since Ken Rosewall in 1974.
  • Djokovic is now set to face world number one Jannik Sinner, who has beaten him in their last four encounters, in the semi-finals.

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Novak Djokovic survives late fall to seal spot in Wimbledon semi-finals

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